According to sources cited by The War on Iran, former US President Donald Trump has proposed a deal to freeze Iran's nuclear program for 20 years. The announcement came shortly after his visit to China, a key trade and strategic partner for Washington in Asia.
The proposal is reportedly aimed at preventing Iran from enriching uranium to levels that could produce nuclear weapons, while also paving the way for a long-term ceasefire in the conflict between Israel and Iran-aligned forces in the Middle East. However, analysts suggest the 20-year plan faces significant hurdles from Tehran, which has repeatedly asserted its right to develop civilian nuclear energy.
Trump's China visit took place against a backdrop of escalating tensions, with US and Iranian officials still deadlocked in indirect negotiations over the nuclear program. In 2018, the Trump administration withdrew from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and reimposed crippling economic sanctions on Iran.
There has been no official response from Iran or China to the proposal. Experts note that if implemented, a 20-year freeze could dramatically alter the regional geopolitical landscape, particularly amid ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.
